Pizza Casserole
Description: Be creative when making this casserole…try adding green peppers, mushrooms, or any of your favorite pizza toppings. This Pizza Casserole is a delightful twist on traditional pizza flavors, combining the convenience of a casserole with the irresistible taste of pizza.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Onions, Vegetable, Meat, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 723.4
- Fat Content: 35g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 175.2mg
- Sodium Content: 1407.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 50.1g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 14.7g
- Protein Content: 50.2g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | hamburger |
| 1 | onion |
| 3/4 | garlic powder |
| 1/2 | oregano |
| 1 | mozzarella cheese |
| 1 | spaghetti sauce |
| 1 | egg noodles (8 oz pkg) |
| 1 | cheddar cheese soup |
Instructions:
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Brown the Hamburger:
- Start by browning the hamburger in a skillet over medium heat until it’s thoroughly cooked. Once done, drain off any remaining grease.
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Add Onion and Spaghetti Sauce:
- Next, add the diced onion and spaghetti sauce to the cooked hamburger in the skillet. Allow them to cook together for a short while until the flavors meld beautifully.
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Prepare the Egg Noodles:
- Meanwhile, cook the 8 oz package of egg noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them and set aside.
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Incorporate Cheddar Cheese Soup:
- Stir in the can of cheddar cheese soup into the cooked and drained egg noodles. This will add a creamy and savory element to the dish.
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Layer the Casserole:
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Then, layer the casserole ingredients as follows: half of the meat mixture, followed by the cooked noodles, the remaining half of the meat mixture, and finally, top it off with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Bake the Casserole:
- Cover the baking pan with foil and bake the casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Final Touches:
- Optionally, for a golden finish on the cheese, you can remove the foil during the final few minutes of baking. This will allow the cheese to brown slightly.
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Get Creative:
- Feel free to customize this casserole by adding diced green peppers or any other favorite pizza toppings you enjoy. The versatility of this dish makes it perfect for experimentation.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once out of the oven, allow the casserole to cool for a bit before serving. This will allow it to set up slightly, making it easier to portion and enjoy.
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Enjoy Leftovers:
- Like many casseroles, this Pizza Casserole often tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to meld together. So, don’t hesitate to enjoy leftovers for a delicious meal the following day.
Tips:
- For a twist, try adding diced green peppers or any of your other favorite pizza toppings into this casserole.
- Allowing the casserole to cool for a while after baking helps it to set up a little, making it easier to serve.
- Experiment with leaving the foil off during the final minutes of baking for a browner cheese topping.
This Pizza Casserole recipe is sure to become a family favorite, offering all the flavors of pizza in a convenient, hearty dish that’s perfect for any occasion! 🍕
